What would you do first if you were new to Programming in real life?

Liam Eriksson · 1 likes

Great point, especially the part about real. This is more useful on a tired quiet Sunday than on a perfect day.

Miguel Santos · 2 likes

I was going to disagree, but your second sentence got me.

Rizky Pratama · 0 likes

I would log the input, the expected output and the actual output first. Once those three are visible, the bug usually stops feeling mysterious. This pairs weirdly well with bibimbap.

Urban Comet · 0 likes

Start by reducing it to the smallest reproducible piece, then change one variable at a time. Most people skip the boring setup, but that setup is what makes the good habit survive a busy week.

- Write down the exact error and the input that caused it.
- Make a tiny example, then add pieces back slowly.
- Keep the final fix boring and well-named.

Source: mostly hard-won experience and comparing notes with people who stuck with it.